Liberation Theology
This Peruvian priest is known as the "Father of Liberation Theology."
Who is Gustavo Gutiérrez?
This Cuban revolutionary, known for his role in the Cuban Revolution, led the 26th of July Movement and later became the Prime Minister of Cuba.
Who is Fidel Castro?
This Argentine leader served as President three times and is known for his populist policies and the establishment of Peronism.
Who is Juan Perón?
This Cuban leader seized power in a military coup in 1952 and ruled until he was overthrown in 1959.
Who is Fulgencio Batista?
This term refers to the Church's commitment to prioritize the needs of the marginalized and impoverished.
What is the Preferential Option for the Poor?
This decisive battle in December 1958, led by Che Guevara, marked a turning point in the Cuban Revolution and led to the fall of Santa Clara.
What is the Battle of Santa Clara?
This political movement, founded by Juan Perón, emphasizes social justice, economic independence, and political sovereignty.
What is Peronism?
This revolutionary group, led by Fidel Castro, played a central role in overthrowing Batista's regime.
What is the 26th of July Movement?
This 1968 conference of Latin American bishops in Medellín emphasized the Church's role in social justice and the preferential option for the poor.
What is CELAM II?
This Salvadoran archbishop, known for his outspoken criticism of the government and advocacy for the poor, was assassinated in 1980.
Who is Archbishop Óscar Romero?
This event on October 17, 1945, marked a massive demonstration of support for Juan Perón and is celebrated annually in Argentina.
What is Loyalty Day?
Batista's regime was notorious for its ties to organized crime, particularly involving this American mobster who controlled Havana's casinos.
Who is Meyer Lansky?
This document from the Second Vatican Council addresses the Church's responsibility to address social inequalities and promote human dignity.
What is Gaudium et Spes?
This leftist guerrilla organization, formed in 1980, played a central role in the Salvadoran Civil War and later became a political party.
What is the FMLN (Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front)?
Juan Perón implemented this series of economic plans aimed at industrialization and self-sufficiency in Argentina.
What are the Five-Year Plans?
This policy, implemented by Fidel Castro in the early 1960s, involved the government taking control of all major industries and businesses in Cuba.
What is nationalization?
These grassroots Christian groups in Latin America focus on social justice and community organization.
What are Base Communities (Comunidades Eclesiales de Base) or CEBs?
This guerrilla tactic, involving sudden and unexpected attacks on enemy forces, was commonly used by the FMLN during the Salvadoran Civil War.
What is an ambush?
Under Juan Perón's leadership, Argentina saw significant advancements in women's rights, including the establishment of this organization led by Eva Perón.
What is the Women's Peronist Political Party?
This campaign, launched by Fidel Castro in 1961, aimed to eradicate illiteracy in Cuba and significantly increased the literacy rate.
What is the Literacy Campaign?